Mechanical detailer demographics and statistics in the US
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Mechanical detailer gender statistics
8.3% of mechanical detailers are women and 91.7% of mechanical detailers are men.
- Male, 91.7%
- Female, 8.3%
Mechanical detailer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.7% |
| Female | 8.3% |
Mechanical detailer gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$40,812
Female income
$39,346
Mechanical detailer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in mechanical detailer positions over time. Currently, 8.3% of mechanical detailers are female.
Mechanical detailer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 94.88% | 5.12% |
| 2011 | 92.85% | 7.15% |
| 2012 | 92.74% | 7.26% |
| 2013 | 95.04% | 4.96% |
| 2014 | 92.17% | 7.83% |
| 2015 | 93.33% | 6.67% |
| 2016 | 94.63% | 5.37% |
| 2017 | 89.79% | 10.21% |
| 2018 | 92.69% | 7.31% |
| 2019 | 90.40% | 9.60% |
| 2020 | 92.83% | 7.17% |
| 2021 | 91.67% | 8.33% |
Mechanical detailer related jobs gender ratio
We compared mechanical detailers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Mechanical Detailer | 92% | 8% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
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Mechanical detailer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among mechanical detailers is White, which makes up 61.1% of all mechanical detailers. Comparatively, 18.7% of mechanical detailers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.0% of mechanical detailers are Black or African American.
- White, 61.1%
- Hispanic or Latino, 18.7%
- Black or African American, 10.0%
- Asian, 5.1%
- Unknown, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Mechanical detailer race
| Mechanical detailer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 61.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18.7% |
| Black or African American | 10.0% |
| Asian | 5.1% |
| Unknown | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Mechanical detailer race and ethnicity over time
See how mechanical detailer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Mechanical detailer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68.09% | 10.89% | 4.53% | 13.98% |
| 2011 | 66.32% | 11.68% | 4.15% | 15.19% |
| 2012 | 66.22% | 11.09% | 4.59% | 15.46% |
| 2013 | 64.77% | 11.54% | 4.75% | 16.07% |
| 2014 | 66.39% | 11.06% | 4.32% | 15.63% |
| 2015 | 66.54% | 10.48% | 4.37% | 16.01% |
| 2016 | 66.52% | 10.47% | 4.19% | 16.14% |
| 2017 | 65.65% | 10.50% | 4.51% | 16.62% |
| 2018 | 66.41% | 9.80% | 4.61% | 16.32% |
| 2019 | 66.22% | 10.05% | 4.67% | 16.32% |
| 2020 | 61.85% | 9.97% | 4.67% | 18.08% |
| 2021 | 61.10% | 10.03% | 5.13% | 18.66% |
Mechanical detailer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian mechanical detailers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american mechanical detailers have the lowest average salary at $40,008.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $40,746 |
| White | $41,111 |
| Black or African American | $40,008 |
| Asian | $41,941 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,280 |
Average mechanical detailer age
See how the average age of mechanical detailers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Mechanical detailer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Mechanical detailer age breakdown
The average age of mechanical detailers is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the mechanical detailer population.
Mechanical detailer age breakdown
| Mechanical Detailer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Mechanical detailer educational attainment
The most common degree for mechanical detailers is high school diploma, with 40% of mechanical detailers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 29% and associate degree degree at 13%.
- High School Diploma, 40%
- Associate, 29%
- Diploma, 13%
- Bachelor's, 12%
- Other Degrees, 6%
Mechanical detailers by degree level
| Mechanical detailer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 40% |
| Associate | 29% |
| Diploma | 13% |
| Bachelor's | 12% |
| Other Degrees | 6% |
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Mechanical detailer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, mechanical detailers with a Associate degree earn more than those without, at $44,074 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, mechanical detailers earn a median annual income of $42,747 compared to $41,125 for mechanical detailers with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,125 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,747 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $44,074 |
Mechanical detailer employment statistics
Most mechanical detailers work for a private in the construction industry.
Company size where mechanical detailers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where mechanical detailers work.
Mechanical detailer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 9% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 24% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 29% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 13% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 16% |
| > 10,000 employees | 10% |
Mechanical detailer jobs by company type
Employees with the mechanical detailer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most mechanical detailers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Mechanical detailer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 15% |
| Private | 81% |
| Government | 3% |
Mechanical detailer jobs by industry
The most common industries for mechanical detailers are construction, professional and manufacturing.
Mechanical detailer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Construction | 11% |
| Professional | 11% |
| Manufacturing | 10% |
| Automotive | 10% |
| Retail | 9% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Media | 5% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Government | 3% |
| Non Profits | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Education | 2% |
| Start-up | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Mechanical detailer turnover and employment statistics
Mechanical detailer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for mechanical detailers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Mechanical detailer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Mechanical detailer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
Average mechanical detailer tenure
The average mechanical detailer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 637 mechanical detailers resumes in Zippia's database.
Mechanical detailer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 27% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 7% |
Mechanical detailer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of mechanical detailers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Home Mechanic | 1.31% | 76,253 |
| Tractor Trailer Mechanic | 1.79% | 86,895 |
| Mechanical Detailer | 2.20% | - |
| Hydraulic Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,465 |
| Tire Repairman | 3.57% | 4,138 |
| Truck Body Repairer | 3.73% | 42,715 |
| Engine Repairer, Production | 5.18% | 56,884 |
Similar mechanical detailer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Home Mechanic | 1.31% | 76,253 |
| Tractor Trailer Mechanic | 1.79% | 86,895 |
| Hydraulic Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,465 |
| Tire Repairman | 3.57% | 4,138 |
| Truck Body Repairer | 3.73% | 42,715 |
| Engine Repairer, Production | 5.18% | 56,884 |
Foreign languages spoken by mechanical detailers
The most common foreign language among mechanical detailers is Spanish at 40.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 10.0% and German is the third-most popular at 10.0%.
- Spanish, 40.0%
- Chinese, 10.0%
- German, 10.0%
- Lithuanian, 10.0%
- Japanese, 10.0%
- Other, 20.0%
Mechanical detailer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| Chinese | 10.0% |
| German | 10.0% |
| Lithuanian | 10.0% |
| Japanese | 10.0% |
| Other | 20.0% |
